Horse Falls, Injuring Rider At Littlewoods

Wellington — A rider was seriously injured when a horse fell and crushed the rider, authorities said Saturday.

The incident took place at 11 a.m. at the Littlewoods show grounds.

According to Palm Beach County Fire Rescue officials, the rider was in cardiac and respiratory arrest when transferred to Wellington Regional Medical Center. No further details on the rider's identity or condition were released late Saturday.

David Burton, spokesman for the Littlewoods equestrian facility where the incident took place, said he would not release further details until the rider's family was notified.

"It was a tragic accident," Burton said.

Officials from the 31st annual Winter Equestrian Festival said the Littlewoods horse show circuit has no affiliation with the festival.